Minecraft Mod

Bookshelf by Darkhax

An open source library for other mods!

Downloads: 40997270 · Followers: 1111 · updated 4 weeks ago · Latest: LCtizH5g

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About Bookshelf

Bookshelf is a Minecraft mod published on Modrinth by Darkhax. An open source library for other mods!

On the technical side, Bookshelf ships for Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt. Installs on both client and server (or has optional server integration).

Bookshelf maintains compatibility with 39 Minecraft releases, from Minecraft 1.10 up to Minecraft 26.2. Always download the file that matches your Minecraft version, and re-check the version dropdown after any Mojang release to avoid crash-on-launch bugs.

Content-wise, Bookshelf is categorized as Library, and Utility. That means it fits neatly into a wider Minecraft mod category so you can pair it with other mods from the same tag on this site.

Popularity: Bookshelf has been downloaded 41.0M times on Modrinth and was updated 4 weeks ago. Large download counts combined with recent updates are a strong signal that Darkhax is actively maintaining Bookshelf.

Compatibility & requirements

Environment: Client + server — Installs on both client and server (or has optional server integration).

Loaders / platforms: Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt

Supported Minecraft versions (39): 26.2, 26.1.2, 26.1.1, 26.1, 1.9.4, 1.9, 1.8.9, 1.7.10, 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.4, 1.20.3, 1.20.2, 1.20.1, 1.20, 1.19.4, 1.19.3, 1.19.2, 1.19.1, 1.19, 1.18.2, 1.18.1, 1.17.1, 1.16.5, 1.16.4, 1.16.3, 1.16.2, 1.16.1, 1.15.2, 1.14.4, 1.14.3, 1.14.2, 1.13.2, 1.12.2, 1.12.1, 1.12, 1.11.2, 1.10.2, 1.10

Categories: Library, Utility

How to install Bookshelf

  1. Match your Minecraft version. Confirm the file you download from Modrinth is tagged for Minecraft 26.2.
  2. Install the right loader. Bookshelf needs Fabric for your Minecraft version.
  3. Launch and verify. Start Minecraft (or your server) and check Bookshelf appears in the mods / plugins / resource packs list.

Frequently asked questions about Bookshelf

Which Minecraft versions does Bookshelf support?

Bookshelf lists support for 39 Minecraft versions. The most recent supported release is Minecraft 26.2, with older support running back to Minecraft 1.10. Always match the version of the file you download to the Minecraft version your world or server is running.

What mod loader or server platform do I need to run Bookshelf?

Bookshelf publishes files for Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt. Install the matching loader (for example, Fabric Loader for Fabric builds or PaperMC for Paper plugins) before dropping Bookshelf into your mods, plugins, or resource-pack folder.

Does Bookshelf need to be installed on my Minecraft server?

Bookshelf supports installation on both the client and the server. For full functionality (like synced world features or client-side rendering), install it on both sides.

Who created Bookshelf?

Bookshelf is published on Modrinth by Darkhax. The project was first published 1151 days ago. All files are hosted and moderated by the Modrinth team, and Darkhax's Modrinth profile links to every other project they maintain.

Is Bookshelf still being updated?

Yes — Bookshelf was updated 4 weeks ago on Modrinth. Regular updates from Darkhax generally indicate active maintenance and quicker patches for Minecraft version bumps.

Is Bookshelf safe to download from Modrinth?

Yes. Modrinth moderates every file that Darkhax uploads for Bookshelf. Files are virus-scanned and reviewed against Modrinth's content policy before publication. Downloading Bookshelf directly from its Modrinth page is the recommended way to avoid malware-laced mirrors. Never install mod files from unknown third-party sites.

How popular is Bookshelf?

Bookshelf has been downloaded 40,997,270 times (41.0M) on Modrinth and has 1,111 followers tracking new releases. High download counts and active follower bases are strong signals of a trustworthy, well-maintained Minecraft mod.

What license does Bookshelf use?

Bookshelf is distributed under the LGPL — copyleft open source license (linking allowed). Read the license on the Modrinth project page before redistributing, forking, or bundling Bookshelf into a modpack.

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Source, safety, and licensing

Bookshelf is indexed by MinecraftBible directly from the official Modrinth REST API. All files are hosted on Modrinth, which virus-scans and moderates every upload from Darkhax before publication. Downloading through Modrinth is the recommended safe path — never install mod files from unknown mirrors.

License: LGPL — copyleft open source license (linking allowed) (LGPL-2.1-only).

Freshness signal: Bookshelf was updated 4 weeks ago, which is a positive sign of active maintenance.

Author profile: Visit Darkhax's Modrinth profile to see every other project they maintain.

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